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The locus of God’s presence

“The locus of God’s presence and activity is not found in the corridors of great power.  The Gospels tell of a God who shows up in surprising places.  His greatest place of action is hidden from the eyes of the socially powerful.  His reach touches everything, but the center of it is hidden.”- Rich Villodas

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